All living things need food to survive, but not all living things eat the same kinds of food. Plants make their own food from sunlight, air, and water. This book helps children learn about food-gathering techniques animals use, such as camouflage, echolocation, pouncing, trapping, poisoning, and using tools.
Dark bat shapes fly across the sky, Dogs howl at the rising moon, Close by something moans and rattles its chains.... There's a ghost in my house, in my room!
About a little girl who was walking down the road and caught every moving thing and kept it as a pet.
In Jan Brett's well-loved book, The Hat, Hedgie the hedgehog discovers the wisdom of the adage "Don't go poking your nose where it doesn't belong" only after curiosity gets this prickly fellow in a pickle. When Lisa's red-and-white woolen stocking blows off the clothesline, Hedgie finds it and sticks his nose inside, only to discover his prickles prevent him from pulling out of it. Soon all the…
As Miss Jellaby takes her class on a nature walk through the jungle, Tim tries to tell her they are being followed by a very hungry boa constrictor. But Miss Jellaby doesn't listen until it's almost too late.
Stellaluna is the tender story of a lost young bat who finally finds her way safely home to her mother and friends. This award-winning book by Janell Cannon has sold over 500,000 copies and was on the bestseller list for more than two years.
Poor Hermit Crab! He's outgrown his snug little shell, so he finds himself a larger one -- and many new friends to decorate and protect his new house. But what will happen when he outgrows this shell and has to say good-bye to all the sea creatures who have made Hermit Crab's house a home? Children facing change in their own lives will relate to Hermit Crab's story -- and learn a lot about the…
Maisy's fun and familiar world reflects favorite TV episodes—and the lively adventures young children have every day. One of four adventures familiar to children who watch Maisy on TV, in MAISY DRESSES UP, Maisy and her friends play dress-up. As always, toddlers, preschoolers, and parents will find the ordinary extraordinary with Maisy!
Topsy and Tim find fun and adventure in the real world. This engaging Topsy and Tim ebook story from Ladybird is a reassuring read for all young children who are having first experiences of their own. In Topsy and Tim: Go to the Zoo you can find out about all the animals they see and how the zookeepers look after them. A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children thr…
Many places can make a home--a silent cave, a secret den, a silky web, even a sticky honeycomb. Each one is safe and snug and just right for the families who live there. Linda Ashman's spare, lyrical text and Lauren Stringer's sumptuous paintings invite you to explore some of these wonderful homes and see how different--yet alike--they can be.